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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Cheltenham will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Cheltenham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Derby to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:41 Derby | 1h33 | 10:14 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:31 Derby | 1h19 | 10:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Cheltenham
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Trains from Derby to Cheltenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Cheltenham from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Cheltenham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Cheltenham
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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